Production Technology of Highly Unsaturated Fatty Acids as Fish Oil Substitute Utilizing Microalgae

Production Technology of Highly Unsaturated Fatty Acids as Fish Oil Substitute Utilizing Microalgae

2022.02.01|

Introduction Japan’s fisheries industry relies heavily on natural resources, with about 75% of production coming from fishing and only around 25% from aquaculture (Fisheries Agency, 2020). Globally, the aquaculture sector has been growing significantly (Fisheries Agency, 2020). However, aquaculture also depends on substantial amounts of fishmeal and fish oil due to the nutritional requirements of fish. Thus, even in aquaculture, the foundation remains reliant on marine resources. The main sources of fishmeal and fish oil are from abundant small pelagic fish, particularly the Peruvian anchoveta resource. As aquaculture production grows, so do

Euglena Co., Ltd. have identified one of the factors that affect the livers of mice during spaceflight!

Euglena Co., Ltd. have identified one of the factors that affect the livers of mice during spaceflight!

2022.01.26|#ergothioneine #space #Sulfur Index

■ At the Forefront of Space Development In September 2021, the American company SpaceX achieved civilian spaceflight. What’s truly remarkable is that the spacecraft, “Crew Dragon,” which achieved this spaceflight, had only civilian crew members who underwent just about six months of training. After a three-day space journey, it safely returned to Earth. Crew Dragon docking with the ISS (©NASA) Spaceflight is no longer a distant dream for ordinary people, and the future of humanity living in space is becoming increasingly visible. However, there are still numerous challenges to be resolved for full-fl

Introducing “Pararesin”: Biomass Plastic Derived from Microalgae

Introducing “Pararesin”: Biomass Plastic Derived from Microalgae

2021.12.27|

As the trend of charging for plastic bags at convenience stores and supermarkets gains momentum, there is a growing focus on transitioning away from traditional plastics in favor of a new material called “Pararesin.” Traditional petroleum-based plastic products have long been associated with environmental issues due to their significant carbon emissions during production and disposal. These issues, including the global problem of marine plastic pollution, have prompted a reevaluation of our reliance on conventional plastics. In response to this, biomass plastics, which utilize renewable resources, have emerged as a promising alternative to reduce envir

How is Everyone’s Euglena Analyzed? – Part 3: Reading the DNA Sequence

How is Everyone’s Euglena Analyzed? – Part 3: Reading the DNA Sequence

2020.12.01|#MinMido

How are the euglena samples, collected and sent by people from various places, analyzed in the laboratory of the Microalgal Production Control Technology Research Team? The procedure is divided into four main steps: Cultivating the samples sent to us, Isolating them using a cell sorter, Reading the DNA sequence of each cultivated euglena candidate, and Comparing the read DNA sequences. In this article, we will introduce the reading of the DNA sequence of each euglena candidate. How Do We Determine Something is “Euglena”? We humans classify various organisms by naming them. Euglena, especially Eugl

Euglena Co., Ltd. have established the Tohoku University Hospital Euglena Immunofunction Research Center.

Euglena Co., Ltd. have established the Tohoku University Hospital Euglena Immunofunction Research Center.

2020.10.01|

Euglena Co., Ltd., in an effort to expand its research domain within the medical field, has opened the “Tohoku University Hospital Euglena Immunofunction Research Center” in collaboration with Tohoku University, with a focus on joint research. Building upon previous collaborative efforts with Tohoku University, which primarily involved functional research on the microalgae Euglena, we are now extending our research into the medical field. Through this partnership with a university hospital, we aim to actively engage in research and development activities in the medical field. ■Background Currently, there is a global increase in the dema

MJIIT (Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology) and Euglena Co., Ltd., in collaboration with Revenus, successfully hosted the interactive learning event “Euglena for ALL,” centered around the exploration of Euglena, a type of microalgae!

MJIIT (Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology) and Euglena Co., Ltd., in collaboration with Revenus, successfully hosted the interactive learning event “Euglena for ALL,” centered around the exploration of Euglena, a type of microalgae!

2019.12.01|

■About “Euglena for ALL” From November 29th to December 1st, 2019, Euglena Co., Ltd. conducted an experiential learning event centered on Euglena microalgae at the Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology (MJIIT). The event, titled “Euglena for ALL,” was part of the “NEST Camp Program” (organized by Leave a Nest Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.), a three-day program aimed at providing Malaysian middle and high school students with an opportunity to view scientific research from a researcher’s perspective. Participants engaged in observing various microalgae, extracted from water samples collected in Malaysia, and gained an understanding of

Everyone’s Euglena Project (MinMido PJ)

Everyone’s Euglena Project (MinMido PJ)

2019.05.01|#MinMido

Discovering a New Potential in the World: Seeking New Applications for Euglena! Hello everyone, I’m Kengo Suzuki from the RIKEN Institute. I encountered Euglena during my time at the University of Tokyo, and for over 15 years, I have been researching the potential of Euglena, a microorganism that has the power to change the world. In pursuit of implementing “Health for Earth and People” with Euglena, I founded a venture company called Euglena Co. Ltd. while in university. We’ve been cultivating Euglena on Ishigaki Island and selling Euglena-based foods and cosmetics. Throughout this

Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with the use of Euglena

Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with the use of Euglena

2018.10.01|#biodiesel #biofuel #GREEN OIL JAPAN #ISUZU #SDGs

■Potential for Growth in SDGs and the Bio Market SDGs, or Sustainable Development Goals, refer to the international objectives established in the ‘2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development,’ adopted at the United Nations Summit in New York in September 2015. These goals consist of 17 themes, encompassing 169 targets, aiming to address issues such as poverty, hunger, and climate change from 2016 to 2030. Within the goals of SDGs, there are numerous challenges where the field of biotechnology can contribute. In 2016, the Japan Bioindustry Association (JABEX) released its ‘Vision for the Social Contribut